BRINGING SAFER PRODUCTS TO MULTIPLE MARKETS UL AND THE IECEE CB SCHEME

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1 BRINGING SAFER PRODUCTS TO MULTIPLE MARKETS UL AND THE IECEE CB SCHEME

2 UL IS UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES Safety Science Leaders THE IECEE CB SCHEME Simplifying International Trade The CB (Certified Body) Scheme is an international network of product certification organizations dedicated to facilitating international trade through mutual acceptance of product test reports and certificates. The CB Scheme thereby helps manufacturers to obtain multiple international certifications from a single certified testing body. UL is a premier global independent safety science company that has championed progress for 120 years. First founded in the U.S. in 1894, today UL employs more than 10,000 professionals worldwide, guided by our mission to promote safe working and living environments for all people. UL invests heavily in research and the development of standards to continually advance and meet evolving safety and product performance needs. As a part of these efforts, we partner with businesses, manufacturers, trade associations, research institutes and international regulatory authorities to bring innovative solutions to an ever more complex global supply chain. The CB Scheme is the world s first truly international system for mutual acceptance of test reports and certificates, dealing with the safety of electrical and electronic products and components. It is overseen by the International Electrotechnical Committee for Conformity Testing to Standards for Electrical Equipment (IECEE). As an expert participant, leading member of the IECEE CB Scheme and number 1 * issuer of IECEE certifications in the world, UL operates four National Certified Bodies (NCBs) in, the U.S., Japan and Canada, as well as over 50 Certified Body Testing Laboratories (CBTLs) around the world, offering our clients the proven benefit of one-stop access to international markets. *In 2017 CB SCHEME BENEFITS Single point of product testing for global market access Acceptance of test reports for national certification in member countries Acceptance of test reports by numerous non-cb Scheme countries IEC PRODUCT CATEGORIES COVERED BY UL* BATT Batteries CABL Cables and cords CAP: Capacitors and components CONT Switches for appliances and automatic controls for electrical household appliances E3: Energy Efficiency ELVH Electrical vehicles and associated EV equipment EMC Electromagnetic compatibility HOUS Household appliances, electrical tools and similar equipment INDA Industrial automation INST Installation accessories and connection devices LITE Lighting MEAS Electrical equipment for measurement, control and instruments for laboratory use MED Electrical equipment for medical use MISC: Miscellaneous OFF Information technology (IT) and office equipment POW Low voltage, high power, switchgear and control-gear equipment PROT Installation protective equipment, accessories and connection devices PV Photovoltaic systems equipment and inverters SAFE Safety transformer and similar equipment TOOL Portable tools TRON Electrical equipment for entertainment (including audio-video, information and communication technology equipment) * list is subject to change [2] [3]

3 THE UL DIFFERENCE Access to Worldwide Recognition with One Source UL has its own accredited laboratories and CBTLs in all major regions of the world, enabling us to assess products to a broad range of IEC standards, while also integrating any relevant national differences. UL continues to expand its portfolio of certification offerings, helping our customers obtain North American and global market certifications - quickly, reliably and with worldwide recognition. THE CB CERTIFICATION PROCESS UL bundles CB Scheme and Global Market Access services to gain all relevant certifications with only one investigation. CONSULTATION SUBMISSION TESTING CB CERTIFICATION AND CB TEST REPORT NATIONAL MARKS Applicant consults UL, defines scope, reviews recommendations, and authorises UL service Applicant submits a sample along with: Name and address of company responsible for the product and list of manufacturing locations List of countries for which market access is required Full product description and documentation UL conducts product tests and evaluations according to: Applicable IEC standards National differences of the target countries, as needed Product testing can be performed in UL laboratories or in qualified manufacturers facilities, witnessed or supervised by UL staff (Manufacturer s Testing Programs) If the product is compliant UL issues the: CB Test Certificate and CB Test Report The CB Test Certificate and CB Test Report, including the supplement on national differences, enable the customer to: Apply for multiple national certifications without additional laboratory product tests Advantages of the CB Scheme with UL GET BUNDLED SERVICES FOR SAFETY, ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND EMC based on the CB Scheme as well as our own internationally recognised UL Standards. STAY UP-TO-DATE as UL participates in over 150 standards development programmes around the world and will ensure your products are evaluated to the most current CB Scheme requirements of member countries. ACCELERATE YOUR TIME-TO-MARKET AND REDUCE COSTS as UL is able to help you gain certifications for multiple countries without the need for retesting. BENEFIT FROM OUR RECOGNISED AUTHORITY WITHIN THE CB SCHEME UL is the number 1 issuer of IECEE certifications* in the world, accounting for 21% of overall CB certificates issued. * In 2017 FACILITATE RESPONSIBLE SOURCING through validation of your supply chain to stringent international ethical standards, e.g. with information solutions that provide streamlined, searchable access to essential data needed to make informed, timely choices about sources and materials. ONLY UL CAN ISSUE THE UL MARK the number 1 recognised mark in the U.S. and one of the most widely recognised BENEFIT FROM OUR KNOWLEDGE AND safety symbols in the world. National differences are special RESEARCH as a global safety science requirements that the IECEE CB Scheme company with a comprehensive technical LET US COVER YOUR ENTIRE PRODUCT permits each country to adopt in order expertise and highly experienced LIFECYCLE as we are continuously to address local safety concerns. engineers, UL is dedicated to mitigating expanding our range of our services. You must still apply to the NCBs in risks and safeguarding innovation your target countries for national through research and development. certifications, or UL can do it for you. UL constantly researches for and develops new testing methodologies and equipment, new procedures, new software and new standards, helping make the world safer and facilitating international trade. MARKET PRODUCT Customers market their products in the target countries [4] [5]

4 GLOBAL MARKET ACCESS Beyond CB Certification UL s Global Market Access services give you the ability to achieve and maintain product compliance, increase speed-to-market, reduce costs, improve product safety, and manage risk. Manufacturers can choose any combination of our services to fit specific needs. You can also have UL deliver a turnkey solution, in which we handle the entire process to help provide the desired certifications, marks and regulatory approvals. THE UL PROMISE CONUEE ertification for the and EU market: ark for Europe, Canada he United States zil COFETEL Mexico Canada California Energy Commission (CEC) Department of Energy (DOE) Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) United States European Custom Union Certification Certifications: for Russia, Belorussia, Kazakhstan and Armenia: Dual Certification Eurasian for the Conformity Mark US and Canadian markets: Chile SUBTEL (Subsecretaria de Telecomunicaciones) South Africa Argentina UL Listing Mark Recognized Component Mark Israel SII Letter of Authority Compliance Ukraine UL Mark for Europe CE Marking ENEC Mark Kuwait Conformity Assurance Scheme (KUCAS) ATEX Directive MoC Combined (Ministry Certification for the of Communications) US, Canadian and EU market: Saudi Arabia Conformity UL Mark for Europe, Canada Certificate and Scheme the United States CITC (Communications and Information Technology Brazil Ministry of Communications (MOC) Kuwait United Arab Emirates International Certifications: IECEE CB Scheme IEC IECEx Scheme Type Test Certificate ENERGY STAR UL Environmental Product Declaration UL GREENGUARD Certification UL ECOLOGO Certification SRRC Approval (State Radio Regulatory Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) WPC Approval (MoC) International Sustainability Services: SINGAPORE South Africa Israel SII Letter of Authority Compliance Custom Union Certification for Russia, Belorussia, Kazakhstan and Armenia: Eurasian Conformity Mark Ukraine MoC (Ministry of Communications) Saudi Arabia Kuwait Conformity Assurance Scheme (KUCAS) Ministry of Communications (MOC) Kuwait Japan Conformity OFCA Approval Certificate Scheme EMSD Approval Hong KongCITC (Communications and Information Technology NBTC ST Certificate of Approval Indonesia UL-JP United Arab Emirates WPC Approval (MoC) International Certifications: IECEE CB Scheme IEC IECEx Scheme Type Test Certificate ENERGY STAR International Sustainability Services: UL Environmental Product Declaration UL GREENGUARD Certification UL ECOLOGO Certification SRRC Approval (State Radio Regulatory Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) SINGAPORE OFCA Approval EMSD Approval Hong Kong NBTC ST Certificate of Approval Indonesia UL-JP Japan ONE-STOP RESOURCE FOR FAST GLOBAL MARKET ACCESS WITH PREMIUM SERVICE Streamlined and accelerated certification process through only one product submission for all target markets One certifying body for access to world markets, reducing administration and project management to a minimum UL s respected brand reputation and pivotal role in standards development facilitate worldwide acceptance and recognition We help protect your brand, as well, by applying our safety services to your entire supply chain, from factory assessments and quality inspections, to performance and safety testing UL works with major anti-counterfeiting organizations such as the FBI and Interpol to deter unauthorized use of the UL Mark, which also helps safeguard the integrity of the OEM s brand For general information and illustration purposes only. The map and tables above represent some of the marks and certificates that UL may be able to assist you in obtaining. UL does not guarantee access to any market or that you will obtain any of the marks or certificates identified above. Mark and certificate requirements may vary from product to product. [6] [7]

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